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Clinton warns: Trump would wreck economy

“I actually sweat the specifics because they matter.”
‘I actually sweat the specifics because they matter.’ Photograph: Jay LaPrete/AP

1. Clinton camp vetting Warren

A two-woman ticket? It could happen. The Hillary Clinton campaign is vetting Senator Elizabeth Warren as a possible running mate, the Boston Globe reported.

Warren being vetted

Enigmatic glasses adjustment Tuesday.
Enigmatic glasses adjustment Tuesday. Photograph: Win McNamee/Getty Images

Warren sends email for Clinton

We need a candidate who … isn’t afraid to fight back against right-wing lunatics trying to undermine progress in our country. Because let’s be honest, the Republicans have nominated the looniest of the right-wing lunatics [for president].

– Fundraising email signed by Warren

2. ‘He’s dangerous’

In a speech that touched on Donald Trump’s economic policies, his lack of policies, and his business record, Clinton attempted a comprehensive takedown of her likely opponent and his career.

Clinton: Trump would trigger recession

‘Maybe he isn’t as rich as he claims?’
‘Maybe he isn’t as rich as he claims?’ Photograph: Jay LaPrete/AP

Summary

“He’s doing the exact same thing he’s been doing for years,” Clinton said. “This is his one move. He makes over-the-top promises ... and then everything falls apart, and people get hurt.”

Mexican flag raised next to Trump golf course

David Milne’s house is by Trump’s Aberdeenshire course.
David Milne’s house is by Trump’s Aberdeenshire course. Photograph: Michal Wachucik/AFP/Getty Images

Summary

We can’t let him bankrupt America like we are one of his failed casinos. We can’t let him roll the dice with our children’s futures.

– Hillary Clinton

3. Trump camp unveils new tricks

The Trump campaign sent multiple emails on Tuesday in rapid response to Clinton’s attacks, in a noticeable shift of tactics the day after Trump deep-sixed campaign manager Corey Lewandowksi.

Can Trump ‘pivot’?

New York City protest Tuesday.
New York City protest Tuesday. Photograph: Justin Lane/EPA

Trump modulates Twitter tone

4. Trump defends paltry fundraising

Notwithstanding FEC filings revealing that the Trump camp had just $1.3m cash on hand compared with $42.5 for Clinton, Trump said his fundraising machine was “incredible”.

Trump’s woeful war chest

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Iiiiiincreeeeedibleeeeee Photograph: John Locher/AP

Summary

The month of June represents the first full month of fundraising activity for the campaign and this will be reflected in the June FEC report … To date, the campaign’s fundraising has been incredible and we continue to see a tremendous outpouring of support.

– Trump campaign statement

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